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Diploma of Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-Up
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year technical diploma in theatrical, special-effects and media make-up and hair.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Theatrical
- Special Effects
- Hair and Media Make-Up. Apply skills related to One-year technical qualification
- airbrush application
- camouflage and media make-up. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Industry roles in hair and make-up for theatre
- Media and special effects
- CAVC Level 4 programme
Curriculum
- One-year technical qualification covering airbrush application
- camouflage and media make-up
- fashion and photographic styling
- wig styling and applying prosthetics
- with chances to work with real clients and performers. About 18 hours a week
- salon fee 30 GBP and kit and uniform about 600 GBP.
Entry requirements
Academic
- You’ll need: 4 GCSEs at grades A*–D
- Or a Level 1 Diploma with a Pass or higher Grade D or above in GCSE English or Welsh
- Or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 1 Communication Grade D or above in GCSE Maths
- Or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 1 Numeracy
Accepted academic background
5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or Level 2 Diploma (Pass/Merit), GCSE English/Welsh and Maths grade C or Essential Skills Level 2
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
How to apply
- Review the Theatrical
- Special Effects
- Hair and Media Make-Up admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £9,430 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | City Centre Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Department | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
217 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £9,430 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 5.5.